ProvenanceBadge made for Australia Day in Burra, August 10 1918.
The Australia Day celebrations were used as a way to fundraise for the war effort. The streets were decorated with the flags of Allied countries while many stalls were set up in the main street under the verandas in front of stores that were closed for most of the day. There were several performances by local bands and school groups. The Burra Mayor and guests gave speeches in which they expressed their respect and thanks to the people of Burra for their support of the war effort and to the 600 volunteers from the town who were registered for war service. The celebrations concluded in the evening with pictures in the Institute and the announcement of the winners of the queen competition.SignificanceIllustrative of souvenirs produced for early celebrations of Australia Day.
Adelaide celebrated Australia Day in July during the First World War, but Burra held their celebrations in August. This was only the third time Australia Day was celebrated in Burra.DescriptionCircular badge: printed paper between tin base and celluloid cover. Blue rim; white band, marked 'An Australian' 'Australia Day, Burra, Aug. 10 1918'. Centre: sepia-toned picture of bearded dragon lizard.Creator (person)Creator (organisation)AcknowledgementKeywordsbadgesAustralia Daycharity badgesfundraisingDate of Creation1918Date of Usage1918MaterialTin
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Unit (Lengths): mm Accession NumberHT 1985.2594On DisplayMigration Museum
